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New Covid-19 Protocols

All entertainment professionals wishing to enter the Thomas FX facility must show proof of FULL COVID VAXX plus photo ID. No exceptions. Unvaccinated persons, regardless of age, will not be allowed entry.
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Story of Success – Interview with Betty and John Quee of Thomas FX

Story of SuccessFeb 25, 2021 - Hollywood North Magazine 

There are many women contributing in the industry and one of the first to come into Canada’s film industry to thrive was the amazing Betty Quee who has had quite a lot of experience working in 2nd unit directing and stunt coordination to working and operating Thomas FX, one of the greatest prop and setup designing companies in Vancouver and pretty much anywhere on Earth.
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What Has the Pandemic Meant for Hollywood North?

HNM article screenshotBefore the pandemic, BC was home to 40 percent of Canada’s film and television production, followed secondly by Ontario. Although Canada’s Covid-19 cases are on the rise, the significantly lower numbers than their American neighbours offer a more promising outlook for future productions. 

Beginning in August, film production started to see a prominent return across BC, with productions resuming filming. Pre-pandemic, Thomas FX was best known for being an industry leader in Hollywood and global film special effects production supplies. Thomas FX has made a shift to start selling COVID-19 safety measures on top of their usual product supply. 

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Press Release - THOMAS FX HAS PIVOTED THEIR BUSINESS TO HELP PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19

VANCOUVER, BC - JULY  2020 - John Quee, Chief Executive Officer, Thomas FX Group Inc., is pleased to announce that Vancouver-based special effects legend, Thomas FX, is now the exclusive distributor of Bio-Tech UV Technology in Canada
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Thomas FX Non-Contact Pickup Service

Thomas FX has re-opened "BY APPOINTMENT ONLY", for the time being, and has introduced "No Contact Pickup Service" to keep us all. Here is a photo of Betty helping our first "BY APPOINTMENT", "Post COVID-19" Lockdown, store customers.

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COVID-19 Closure & Safety Protocols

We are still here to take your calls and emails, at our usual numbers, but Thomas FX is closed temporarily, during the Global economic and health crises. New health and safety protocols will be in effect once we are authorized to reopen . . . . 
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Join Our Green Revolution!

It is time to stop talking and DO SOMETHING . . . . . Join Our Green Revolution!
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American Cinematographer Article: Thomas FX

An article published in American Cinematographer Magazine about Thomas FX's innovative, environmentally-friendly Sno-FX product.

Thomas FX Group Inc. has released Sno-FX, a biodegradable, non-toxic, artificial snow developed specifically to the high grade demanded by motion-picture productions.
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B.C. special effects firm offers film industry chance to go green with licensing deal

What happened: North Vancouver’ Thomas FX is launching new licensing deal to allow other firms to use its brand to sell eco-friendly products

Why it matters: The move comes as the film industry pursues efforts to become more sustainable

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Thomas FX Works with Hollywood North to Improve Sustainability

Thomas FX patents for Biodegradable Fake Snow and AshThe BC Film industry faces enormous environmental challenges, including micro plastics entering the ocean and atmosphere from fake snow and other special effects. Thomas FX makes safe, food-grade biodegradable snow and ash for the film industry.  Read the full Vancouver Sun article.
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Thomas FX is paving the way for a greener film industry around the world.

Go Green Or GO HomeIndustry stalwart special effects supplier Thomas FX provides the highest quality true biodegradable artificial snow for film and television production
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R.I.P. John Thomas

Last week, March 22, marked the 24'th anniversary of the passing of Thomas FX founder, John Thomas. After all these years . . . . 

The Dream Is Still Alive!
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True Colors Shine Proudly Over Our Doors

ThomasFX.comWe are proud to announce that true colors now fly over our front door . . .  thomasfx.com . . . We are a preferred source of production supplies for the Global Film & Television Industry in particular, and for the Global Entertainment Industry in general. 



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Buy Breakaway Glass @ Thomas FX

Breakaway GlassAnother order of Breakaway Movie Glass ready to ship to a local film production.
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R.I.P. John Thomas

John ThomasRest In Peace
John Thomas
1947 - 1994
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